2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-350 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |